Country Music & Misc. Ramblings

Lisa L. Rollins is a longtime music journalist who regularly writes about country music for Examiner.com's National and Nashville editions.

August 8, 2014

Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley return as hosts of 48th Annual CMA Awards

Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley return as hosts of 48th Annual CMA Awards


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August 7, 2014

Randy Travis ready for release of new 'Influence Vol. 2' CD

Randy Travis ready for release of new 'Influence Vol. 2' CD


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Kenny Rogers interviews live as part of Country Music Hall of Fame exhibit event

Kenny Rogers interviews live as part of Country Music Hall of Fame exhibit event

 

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Lady Antebellum earns inclusion in the Georgia Music Hall of Fame this fall

Lady Antebellum earns inclusion in the Georgia Music Hall of Fame this fall


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June 15, 2014

The Band Perry lead vocalist Kimberly weds Texas Rangers catcher J. P. Arencibia

The Band Perry lead vocalist Kimberly weds Texas Rangers catcher J. P. Arencibia



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June 13, 2014

Country artist Elizabeth Lyons chats about her new summer singles with Examiner

Country artist Elizabeth Lyons chats about her 
new summer singles with Examiner

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June 6, 2014

Creators of 'Super Xtar' focus on creating 1st worldwide, online talent contest


Creators of 'Super Xtar' focus on creating 
first worldwide, online talent contest
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Country-meets-hip-hop artist Demun Jones gears for solo CD's release

Country-meets-hip-hop artist Demun Jones 
gears for solo album's June 10 release 


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May 29, 2014

Daphne Willis collaborates with John Oates on new 'Live To Try' CD

Daphne Willis collaborates with John Oates 
on new 13-song 'Live To Try' release

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Kristin Bell returns for third consecutive year as host of the CMT Music Awards

Kristin Bell returns for third consecutive 
year as host of the CMT Music Awards
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May 28, 2014

Country star Lisa Matassa shares what's in her purse with Examiner readers

Country star Lisa Matassa shares what's in her purse with Examiner readers

 

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May 26, 2014

Country hit-maker Jamie O'Neal returns to the studio to deliver new 'Eternal' CD

Country hit-maker Jamie O'Neal returns to the studio to deliver new 'Eternal' CD

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Bellamy Brothers' new 'Boobs' video, single augments the duo's fan base

Bellamy Brothers' new 'Boobs' video, 
single augments the duo's fan base
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May 15, 2014

Country newcomer Steven Padilla slates open album-release party in Nashville

Country newcomer Steven Padilla slates 
open album-release party in Nashville
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Radney Foster unveils his first album of new music in five years

Radney Foster unveils his first album 
of new music in five years

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May 13, 2014

The Band Perry readies to crank up new 'Chainsaw' video for fans

The Band Perry readies to crank up 
new 'Chainsaw' video for fans

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May 12, 2014

Country newcomer Lizzie Sider earns HateBraker Hero status



Country newcomer Lizzie Sider earns HateBraker Hero status

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May 8, 2014

First leg of Jason Aldean's sold-out 'Burn It Down Tour' gets raves, rolls on

First leg of Jason Aldean's sold-out 'Burn It Down Tour' gets raves, rolls on
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Red-dirt alert: Medicine Stone fest returns to Diamondhead Resort in Oklahoma

Red-dirt alert: Medicine Stone fest returns to Diamondhead Resort in Oklahoma
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The Band Perry earns 2014 CMT Music Awards nods, multi-platinum single

The Band Perry earns 2014 CMT Music Awards nods, multi-platinum single

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May 7, 2014

Joe Ely becomes newest member of Lone Star Music Hall of Fame

Joe Ely becomes newest member of Lone Star Music Hall of Fame
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Marshall Tucker Band set to launch CMA Music Festival for 2nd consecutive year

Marshall Tucker Band set to launch CMA Music Festival for 2nd consecutive year
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Michael Martin Murphey guests on NPR's 'Mountain Stage' program

Michael Martin Murphey guests on NPR's 
'Mountain Stage' program May 9


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May 4, 2014

Country's Granger Smith walks for the troops, slates Boot Walk concert



Country's Granger Smith walks for the troops, slates Boot Walk concert

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May 3, 2014

Founding member of Tennessee Mafia Jug Band succumbs to cancer



Founding member of Tennessee Mafia Jug Band succumbs to cancer

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May 1, 2014

First tribute CD for the late Ted Hawkins is labor of love for its creators

First tribute CD for the late Ted Hawkins is labor of love for its creators
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Stormy weather doesn't deter Christmas 4 Kids tournament celebs and golfers



Stormy weather doesn't deter Christmas 4 Kids tournament celebs and golfers
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Loni Anderson, daughter guest on 'The Doctors' to discuss autoimmune disease



Loni Anderson, daughter guest on 'The Doctors' 
to discuss autoimmune disease

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Crystal Gayle 'When I Dream' exhibit opens at the Country Music Hall of Fame



Crystal Gayle 'When I Dream' exhibit opens May 2 at the Country Music Hall of Fame

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April 28, 2014

Country artist Jason Sturgeon expands his brand to the beef-jerky business


Country artist Jason Sturgeon expands his brand to the beef-jerky business
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Tracy Lawrence, David Ball and more confirm for Christmas 4 Kids golf event



Tracy Lawrence, David Ball and more confirm for Christmas 4 Kids golf event

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Sherry Lynn's new 'Girls Will Be Girls' video debuts on CMT.com

Sherry Lynn's new 'Girls Will Be Girls' video debuts on CMT.com

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April 27, 2014

Journalism Writing: News Values 101 with Dr. Lisa L. Rollins

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April 26, 2014

Kenny Rogers career of five decades becomes a hall of fame exhibit



Kenny Rogers career of five decades 
becomes a hall of fame exhibit

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April 25, 2014

Music insiders express outrage that killer of Hee Haw's Stringbean up for parole



Music insiders express outrage that killer 
of Hee Haw's Stringbean and his wife up for parole

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Examiner announces its 'Top 5 Female Country Newcomers' of 2014



Examiner announces its 'Top 5 Female Country Newcomers' of 2014





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April 24, 2014

Hit-makers Joey and Rory welcome a new baby, ready to release new CD



Hit-makers Joey and Rory welcome a new baby, ready to release new CD

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April 23, 2014

Hall of fame reps reveal more details about Miranda Lambert's exhibit



Hall of fame reps reveal more details 
about Miranda Lambert's exhibit

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Dr. Phil talks with the biological mother of severely malnourished 5-year-old



Dr. Phil talks with the biological mother 
of severely malnourished 5-year-old

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Ronnie Milsap, Mac Wiseman, Hank Cochran gain Country Music Hall of Fame status

Ronnie Milsap, Mac Wiseman, Hank Cochran 
gain Country Music Hall of Fame status
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April 22, 2014

Rachele Lynae unveils her debut country CD, with Jamie O'Neal producing

Rachele Lynae unveils her debut country CD, 
with Jamie O'Neal producing
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April 21, 2014

Jessie James Decker has a new baby and a new hit EP, 'Comin' Home'

Jessie James Decker has a new baby 
and a new hit EP, 'Comin' Home'

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April 19, 2014

Grammy-nominated James House set to release first new CD in more than a decade



Grammy-nominated James House set to release 
first new CD in more than a decade

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Own a piece of hit-music history: Bobby G. Rice's publishing company for sale

Own a piece of hit-music history: Bobby G. Rice's publishing company for sale


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April 18, 2014

Journalism Writing; Attribution 101 with Dr. Lisa L. Rollins

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Newcomer Lizzie Sider revs up to sing national anthem at NHRA Spring Nationals

Newcomer Lizzie Sider revs up to sing national anthem at NHRA Spring Nationals

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April 14, 2014

George Jones' widow plans April 26 memorial that's open to the public

Nancy Jones will sponsor a memorial for her late husband, country legend George Jones, on April 26, 2014.
George Jones' widow plans April 26 memorial and tree planting that's open to the public
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March 27, 2014

MerleFest teams with Music City Roots for April 23 artist showcase at Loveless Cafe

 
MerleFest teams with Music City Roots for April 23 artist showcase at Loveless Cafe

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March 26, 2014

Luke Bryan, Lee Greenwood & more wow audience at Charlie Daniels' event

Luke Bryan, Lee Greenwood & more wow audience at Charlie Daniels' event


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Lisa L. Rollins, Ph.D., is a freelance writer who's worked as a full-time journalist, editor and columnist for several publications. Her articles have appeared in Country Weekly, Twang, Country America and American Profile, to name a sampling. She's currently battling stage 4 cancer. Send prayers, please!
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